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01/02/2026

🦟 Hot Weather Brings Mosquitoes — Protect Yourself ☀️

Warmer weather can lead to more mosquitoes. Some mosquitoes can carry serious diseases, so it’s important to take steps to protect yourself and your family.

✔️ Use insect repellent on exposed skin
✔️ Wear light-coloured, long-sleeved clothing when outdoors
✔️ Remove standing water around your home
✔️ Use screens, coils or plug-in repellents where possible

Simple actions can reduce mosquito bites and lower the risk of mosquito-borne disease.

For more information, visit the Better Health Channel or Victorian Department of Health.

29/01/2026

☀️ Beat the Heat — Have a Plan ☀️

With hot weather continuing across Victoria, planning ahead can help keep you and others safe during extreme heat.

🗓️ Plan for hot days by:
✔️ Checking the weather forecast and heat warnings
✔️ Scheduling activities for the coolest part of the day
✔️ Knowing where you can go to stay cool (air-conditioned spaces, libraries, shopping centres)
✔️ Making a plan to check in on family, friends and neighbours

💧 Be prepared:
• Keep water with you at all times
• Wear light, loose-fitting clothing
• Keep your home cool by closing blinds and curtains

Taking simple steps now can reduce the risk of heat-related illness.

For more information, visit the Better Health Channel or Victorian Department of Health.

28/01/2026

Heat can be dangerous, causing serious health issues like heat exhaustion and heatstroke, triggering events like heart attacks or strokes, and worsening chronic conditions. Watch out for signs of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. Keep cool. Stay hydrated. Plan ahead and check on others, especially those at higher risk or who may need more support during days of extreme heat. Power failures can happen during times of extreme heat. Ensure you have a torch, food items that don't require refrigeration, medications and plenty of drinking water. Try to have a cool box available to store ice or cool packs with medications.
For people in fire-affected areas who have lost homes but may still be on their properties, we urge them to take extra care in the heat, seek support from their local government or register through the Emergency Recovery Support Hotline 1800 560 760.

The full advisory can be found here: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/health-advisories/increased-heat-related-health-risks.

For more tips on extreme heat info head to here: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/extreme-heat

27/01/2026

🚨 CHO Alert: Increased Heat-Related Health Risks ☀️

Hot weather remains high this week across Victoria, with a rare heatwave event currently affecting many communities.

Extreme heat can be dangerous and affects everyone, but some people are more at risk — including older adults, babies and young children, pregnant women, people with ongoing health conditions, and those who may be socially isolated.

💧 Protect yourself and others by:
✔️ Drinking water often — don’t wait until you’re thirsty
✔️ Keeping cool indoors or in shaded, air-conditioned spaces
✔️ Avoiding outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day
✔️ Checking in on family, friends and neighbours

Know the warning signs:
• Dehydration — thirst, dizziness, dark urine
• Heat exhaustion — sweating, cramps, fainting
• Heatstroke — confusion, very high body temperature (call 000)

If you feel unwell, seek help early. You can call Nurse-on-Call (1300 60 60 24) for 24-hour health advice.

For more information on staying safe in extreme heat, visit the Better Health Channel or Victorian Department of Health.

27/01/2026

🔥 Total Fire Ban – Tuesday 27 January 2026

TODAY, Tuesday 27 January 2026, is a Total Fire Ban day for the entire state of Victoria.

🚫 No fires may be lit or allowed to remain alight in the open air
🕛 From 12:01 AM to 11:59 PM

With high temperatures and dangerous conditions expected, even a small spark can cause a fast-moving fire.

Please plan ahead, follow restrictions, and help keep your community safe.

Stay informed via the VicEmergency app or emergency.vic.gov.au.

Thank you for doing the right thing.

27/01/2026

☀️ The week is heating up across Victoria, and temperatures are expected to stay high — it’s important to take care of yourself and those around you. 💧

✔️ Drink water often — don’t wait until you’re thirsty
✔️ Take regular breaks in cool or shaded areas
✔️ Check in on family, friends, and neighbours
✔️ Watch out for heat exhaustion and heat stroke

Staying hydrated and looking out for each other can make a big difference during hot weather.

For more information, visit the Better Health Channel or Victorian Department of Health.

25/01/2026

🔥 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗶𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱 — 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀

Hot weather can affect anyone, including healthy adults. Heat stress can develop quickly, especially during extreme or prolonged heat.

𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:
✳️ Headache
✳️ Dizziness or light-headedness
✳️ Nausea or vomiting
✳️ Muscle cramps
✳️ Fatigue or confusion

Act early: move to a cooler place, drink water, and rest. If symptoms worsen or don’t improve, seek medical help.

Knowing the signs and acting early can prevent serious illness. For trusted advice on heat health, visit the Better Health Channel or VicEmergency.

Stay cool, Stay safe 💜💙

24/01/2026

☀️ Hot days are here in the Goulburn Valley

With warmer conditions forecast across the GV, it’s important to take simple steps to protect your health during hot weather.

✔️ Stay well hydrated throughout the day
✔️ Keep your home as cool as possible using fans, air-conditioning and shade
✔️ Adjust outdoor activities to cooler times of the day
✔️ Wear light clothing, hats and sunscreen
✔️ Check in on people who may be more vulnerable to heat, including older adults, young children and people with medical conditions

Hot weather can increase the risk of heat-related illness. Know the signs and act early.

For trusted advice on staying safe in the heat, visit the Better Health Channel or VicEmergency.

Stay cool and take care, GV.

24/01/2026

🌡️ 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀!

Hot weather can seriously affect your health. Take steps now to stay safe and help protect others.

💧 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗵𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 – drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty
🏠 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗹 – use air conditioning or fans, close blinds, and take cool showers
🕶️ 𝗔𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁 – plan activities for early morning or evening and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day
👵 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 – older people, young children, pregnant women and those with medical conditions are at higher risk
🚗 𝗡𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲 children or pets in cars, even for a short time

Know the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke: headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion or fainting. If symptoms are severe or worsen, seek medical help. In an emergency, call 000.

For more information on staying safe in extreme heat, visit Better Health Channel or download the VicEmergency app to stay alert on all updates in your area.

☀️ 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗹, 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲!

20/01/2026

𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀? 𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲 💚💜

Recovering from bushfires can take a toll on mental health — and it’s okay to ask for support.

headspace Shepparton provides free, confidential mental health support for young people aged 12–25 who may be feeling stressed, anxious, low, or just not themselves.

📍 headspace Shepparton | 129 High Street, Shepparton VIC
📞 (03) 5823 8800

💻 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙛𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙧 𝙥𝙝𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩? Young people can also access 𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 via online chat or phone on 1800 650 890, available 3pm–10pm.

Support is available, and help-seeking is a sign of strength. If you or a young person you know is impacted, reach out to our local team at headspace Shepparton or surrounding branches near you 💙💚💜

18/01/2026

📣 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝘁𝗼𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴

Strong emotions and physical reactions are common, and support is available across Victoria — free, confidential and close to home.

𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:
✳️ Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support)
✳️ Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals – free support for adults, no GP referral required
✳️ Mental Health and Wellbeing Hubs – free support for people of all ages
✳️ Partners in Wellbeing – call 1300 375 330 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm)

In an emergency or if there is immediate risk, call Triple Zero (000).

Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals provide free community-based support for people aged 26+, with services in Bairnsdale/Orbost, Benalla–Wangaratta–Mansfield, Bendigo, Mildura, Mount Alexander (telehealth) and Shepparton.

Mental Health and Wellbeing Hubs offer free support for all ages, with nearby hubs in Ballarat, Cowes & Wonthaggi, Horsham and Warrnambool.

You can also call Partners in Wellbeing on 1300 375 330 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm) for free phone-based support.

18/01/2026

📣 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲

Ash and debris can be harmful, particularly if asbestos or treated timbers were burnt. Avoid spreading or disturbing ash and seek professional help where asbestos-containing materials may be present.

Bushfires can also contaminate private water tanks. If your water tastes, smells or looks unusual, do not drink it or give it to animals. Use bottled water and follow advice from local water agencies before resuming use.

More information is available via Vic Emergency, EPA Victoria and the Better Health Channel.

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219-225 Wyndham Street
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